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Forum: General Maintenance and Repair Yesterday, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 107
Posted By wyocamper
Here we get to -20ºF and sometimes even -30. We...

Here we get to -20ºF and sometimes even -30. We usually go for a week or more when the daily high temp never gets above 0ºF. I blow out the lines and pour AF in the sinks and toilet and have never...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-27-2024, 12:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 656
Posted By wyocamper
Agree, but I didn't change size, the only...

Agree, but I didn't change size, the only difference is the load rating. I replaced the original Goodyear 245/70R19.5 tires with Cooper Work Series 245/70R19.5 tires that only come in H. I don't...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 04-26-2024, 06:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 656
Posted By wyocamper
Well, the G is a 225/70 and the H is 245/70,...

Well, the G is a 225/70 and the H is 245/70, which is what I was replacing.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 04-23-2024, 07:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 548
Posted By wyocamper
Nice job! One thing I'd mention is to check the...

Nice job! One thing I'd mention is to check the three mounts across the top of the grill. I noticed that mine were loose while I was working on the hood latch.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 04-11-2024, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 315
Posted By wyocamper
Magnets.

Magnets.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-20-2024, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 678
Posted By wyocamper
Hi Meowtorhome, I haven't used the motorhome...

Hi Meowtorhome, I haven't used the motorhome since that last post, other than to start it up now and then. I didn't notice any gouging or have any more links pop off since the first instance though....
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 03-04-2024, 08:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 548
Posted By wyocamper
This thread...

This thread (https://www.winnieowners.com/forums/f263/front-hood-bracket-came-loose-367211.html#post3943715) has a lot of good information on the issue.Stainless steel bolts/screws are the way to go.
Forum: Winnebago Class C Motorhomes 02-09-2024, 06:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 719
Posted By wyocamper
Leaving it on keeps the beer cold and the water...

Leaving it on keeps the beer cold and the water hot, seems like a no-brainer to me.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 01-31-2024, 08:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 656
Posted By wyocamper
I went with these...

I went with these (https://www.coopertrucktires.com/tires/work-series-all-steel-all-position-asa/24545-17202401200000.html) and have been very happy so far. Big improvement over the stock Goodyear...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 01-18-2024, 09:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,370
Posted By wyocamper
I screwed a lockbox to the inside of the propane...

I screwed a lockbox to the inside of the propane door and keep a set of door keys in it. I also keep an ignition key hidden inside the RV. Being locked out is a bigger concern for me than someone...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 12-10-2023, 12:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 808
Posted By wyocamper
I keep a magnet stuck on the wall on the hinge...

I keep a magnet stuck on the wall on the hinge side of the door, and I tape it over the switch with a strip of Gorilla tape. Keeps the steps in and out of my way when I need to work on the battery...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 11-16-2023, 06:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 683
Posted By wyocamper
I've never taken my batteries out except to...

I've never taken my batteries out except to replace them, so I can't say for sure. But I don't think it will damage anything if you do. Either the converter works and you have lights, or it doesn't...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 11-14-2023, 06:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 848
Posted By wyocamper
Back in like 1987 or 88 my wife and I drove from...

Back in like 1987 or 88 my wife and I drove from Denver to Santa Fe for a weekend, and one morning we got up stupid early and drove to Albuquerque for the balloon festival. It was pretty awesome...
Forum: Plumbing | Systems and Fixtures 11-10-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,485
Posted By wyocamper
I live at 6,100' and regularly camp at 9,000',...

I live at 6,100' and regularly camp at 9,000', frequently at around 10,500', and occasionally at up to 11,000' and have never had an issue with my Atwood water heater firing up or heating water.
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-29-2023, 01:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,865
Posted By wyocamper
I got to watch them install my new tires. The old...

I got to watch them install my new tires. The old Goodyears came off the rims easy enough with one guy and a long tire iron, but the new ones were a bear to get on. Two tire irons prying on it, a guy...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-28-2023, 01:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,865
Posted By wyocamper
Well, color me stupid. Just a couple of weeks ago...

Well, color me stupid. Just a couple of weeks ago I swapped wheels between two cars and there were several lug nuts my impact just wasn't budging. Now that I think about it I bet I just grabbed a 2ah...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 10-27-2023, 07:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,865
Posted By wyocamper
I have an 18v impact that works on lug nuts up to...

I have an 18v impact that works on lug nuts up to about 100ft/lb, no way it would even touch the lugs on my Vista. I have a really hard time believing that a 6v battery is going to do much. That's...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-21-2023, 05:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 396
Posted By wyocamper
I'm impressed that your levelers do that. Every...

I'm impressed that your levelers do that. Every time I've tried to use auto leveling I end up with the fronts off the ground, even when starting from fairly level.
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 10-06-2023, 08:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 595
Posted By wyocamper
That's all I do. Dump a couple quarts of Sta-Bil...

That's all I do. Dump a couple quarts of Sta-Bil in the tank and fill up, then either run the gen on the way home or for 15 min or so after I get there. Then I start and run the gen every 6-8 weeks...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-27-2023, 07:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,202
Posted By wyocamper
The epoxy on mine is still stuck tight to the...

The epoxy on mine is still stuck tight to the fiberglass. The passenger side bracket sheared off, and the holes were still full of the old epoxy when I found it. The driver side was loose as well. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 09-18-2023, 04:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 999
Posted By wyocamper
This one? It's the IR sensor for the TV remote....

This one? It's the IR sensor for the TV remote. It should only flash when you press a button on the remote, at least that's how mine works. If it's flashing all the time then either a button is stuck...
Forum: Winnebago General Discussions 09-13-2023, 05:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 852
Posted By wyocamper
The most indispensable item in my tool box is...

The most indispensable item in my tool box is probably the roll of 1" Gorilla tape. Close second is the roll of 2" Gorilla tape. All the screwdrivers and wrenches come in handy too, but probably not...
Forum: Running Gear, Axles, Brakes, Wheels and Tires 09-10-2023, 05:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 792
Posted By wyocamper
Despite Creative's tendency to denigrate the CHF,...

Despite Creative's tendency to denigrate the CHF, it's all I have done to my 2015 27N suspension. Made a huge difference in body roll going around turns, in high cross-winds and on the highway when...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-30-2023, 07:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,274
Posted By wyocamper
The ones I needed were for the slide out corner...

The ones I needed were for the slide out corner covers, and they were labeled "cap-retainer". I ordered a dozen to cover what I needed and have a few extra on hand. No idea if this is what you need...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-30-2023, 06:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,274
Posted By wyocamper
I got some from Lichtsinn RV parts a few months...

I got some from Lichtsinn RV parts a few months ago, but they only come in white and you have to hit them with the correct color touch-up paint. Sorry but I don't have a part number, just call and...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 08-19-2023, 06:34 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By wyocamper
You can start out in your own driveway or at a...

You can start out in your own driveway or at a local city park or fairgrounds that has dry camping sites available. Fill the fresh water and propane tanks, pack what you think you'll need and make do...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-16-2023, 08:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 999
Posted By wyocamper
LOL the first time this happened to us we were on...

LOL the first time this happened to us we were on a rough forest service road. I stopped and found a 3' long stick with a fork, broke that off and dropped the long end through the kitchen drawer...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 08-15-2023, 08:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 999
Posted By wyocamper
I had the same issue on my Vista, and did several...

I had the same issue on my Vista, and did several things to resolve it. First we moved the heavy pots and pans to a lower bedroom drawer that is held closed by the bed when the slide is in. Then I...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-12-2023, 05:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 758
Posted By wyocamper
I lost my bathroom vent cover to hail, I replaced...

I lost my bathroom vent cover to hail, I replaced it and the installed a Maxxair cover...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-08-2023, 01:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 678
Posted By wyocamper
Customer Care tells me that the "e-chain" is...

Customer Care tells me that the "e-chain" is essentially a rolling channel to protect the AC and 12v wires to the outlet on the outside wall of the slide and overhead light. Good to know, and for now...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 08-07-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 678
Posted By wyocamper
2015 Vista - Slide part fell off on floor

Yesterday when I retracted the driver side front slide a piece fell out on the floor. The Cortona parts list says it's a "Link-E Chain 50mm", but I can't really tell what it does. The other two...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 07-28-2023, 05:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 521
Posted By wyocamper
I wouldn't mind an adjustable rear camera. I like...

I wouldn't mind an adjustable rear camera. I like how mine points down now, I can see the ball and it's easy to back it directly under the trailer hitch. But I only see about the front 1/4 - 1/3 of...
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 07-25-2023, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 483
Posted By wyocamper
If you have any interest in old west and military...

If you have any interest in old west and military firearms you should plan on getting lost in the Firearms museum for several hours at least.
Forum: Campgrounds, Travel and Attractions 07-23-2023, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 483
Posted By wyocamper
The most direct route using I-25 to Casper is the...

The most direct route using I-25 to Casper is the easiest. Then 20/26 to Shoshoni, north to Thermopolis and then 120 to Cody. On Google maps Hwy 120 looks like a small back road, but it's actually a...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 07-18-2023, 06:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 501
Posted By wyocamper
The J hook wiper arms come in two sizes, 9mm is...

The J hook wiper arms come in two sizes, 9mm is standard on most vehicles, and 12mm on some RV's. My Vista happens to have the 9mm so I buy 28" blades at Walmart for a lot less than the 32" blades. I...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 07-10-2023, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 671
Posted By wyocamper
I ordered touchup paint from PaintScratch.com...

I ordered touchup paint from PaintScratch.com (https://www.paintscratch.com/cgi-bin/select-color.cgi) and was happy with the color match and the service. Just make sure you order by color code and...
Forum: General Maintenance and Repair 06-13-2023, 05:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,839
Posted By wyocamper
Great job, reminds me of another one I saw LOL. I...

Great job, reminds me of another one I saw LOL. I only used two screws on each side of mine, but I also found that the three mounts at the top of the grill had also come off, and I put screws in...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-29-2023, 10:44 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
Funny thing happened today. I bought the 2 and 4...

Funny thing happened today. I bought the 2 and 4 way harnesses for testing, and a spool of wire and some alligator and battery clamps to connect to the battery. Went out this morning to test the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-28-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
When I replaced the coach batteries a few years...

When I replaced the coach batteries a few years ago it was really hard to access the compartment under the stairs with the steps out. I figured out that I could trick the controller into thinking the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-27-2023, 03:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
The only way I've found to keep the steps in when...

The only way I've found to keep the steps in when the door is open, like when I need to work on the batteries, is to tape a magnet over the door frame magnet, tricking the controller into thinking...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-27-2023, 10:36 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
I'm not having a battery drain problem per se, I...

I'm not having a battery drain problem per se, I leave the coach and chassis switches off when unplugged and on when plugged in. But I also left the steps on this winter in order to keep them...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-26-2023, 07:09 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
The 4 pin and 2 pin harnesses are for testing,...

The 4 pin and 2 pin harnesses are for testing, per the Kwikee troubleshooting manual I linked earlier. The primary purpose is to isolate the problem to either the motor or controller. I don't suspect...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-26-2023, 05:38 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
This is the part I ordered from Amazon, which was...

This is the part I ordered from Amazon, which was delivered today:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01F92VMKK/ref=ppx_od_dt_b_asin_title_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Here's what was actually in the...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-24-2023, 08:42 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
I got to take another look today after work and...

I got to take another look today after work and found the 4-wire harness from the battery compartment. There is 12v on the harness, but I forgot to take my headlamp under there and couldn't really...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-23-2023, 09:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
I had a chance to look yesterday, the two wire...

I had a chance to look yesterday, the two wire plug to the motor was tight and the contacts were clean. I didn't find a ground on the motor and only realized later that it's on the controller. I'll...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-22-2023, 04:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
Thanks for the tips. I haven't really looked at...

Thanks for the tips. I haven't really looked at anything yet, by the time I got home and got the new battery installed it was getting late and I had to get dinner started. I just got home from work...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-21-2023, 07:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,692
Posted By wyocamper
Battery/Kwikee steps issue 2015 Vista 27N

My chassis batter died and I replaced it today. It's been having issues holding a charge and I think it might have been the original battery. For the past few months I've had to keep it plugged in...
Forum: Electrical | Charging, Solar and Electronics 05-09-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 823
Posted By wyocamper
As others have stated, I would just add oil first...

As others have stated, I would just add oil first and see if it helps. I've never looked at the dipstick, if the oil is right up to the fill hole then it's full. If it's not about to run out then add...
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-07-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,826
Posted By wyocamper
I had to look it up to satisfy my own curiosity,...

I had to look it up to satisfy my own curiosity, and from my 2014 Ford chassis manual:

I remain highly skeptical that this reduces the bulb life in any significant way.
Forum: Winnebago Class A Motorhomes 05-07-2023, 08:36 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,826
Posted By wyocamper
My 2010 Dodge truck has a setting to turn lights...

My 2010 Dodge truck has a setting to turn lights on when wipers are on, and that's been enabled since I bought it new. My two cars and my wife's 2012 cr-v have auto headlights, and my wife sewed some...
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